Hey, I’m Melanie.

I’m a people person on a mission to help as many people as possible live their best lives by finding the right professional paths through research and relationships.

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A Brief Bio

I have 8+ years working in human-centric environments with a focus on strategy, branding, and user experience.

In addition to my career history, I have an unusual zest for life, am consistently on the search for how to be a better human being, have studied and worked across various fields and industries, and generally love to get to know new people and new experiences.

Who I Am From a Personality & Strengths Perspective

Some of my favorite things:

  • Playing tennis

  • Detective mysteries

  • Experimental cooking

  • Playing card games

  • Good conversations and experiences with friends

My Unique Advantage for Corporate Recruiting

Deep Business Understanding

My background in brand strategy taught me how to understand both the external market and internal business goals, a skill that translates directly into aligning hiring with company strategy.

Strong Stakeholder Management

Having worked across multiple industries and functions, I know how to build credibility quickly, adapt my communication style, and balance competing priorities, exactly what’s required when partnering with hiring managers and HR leaders.

Candidate Experience at Scale

My UX research and design experience honed my ability to deeply understand people’s needs and motivations. This ensures I approach candidates not just as applicants, but as humans, creating a positive experience that reflects well on the employer’s brand.

Process Excellence

Managing customer-centric programs and projects gave me the organizational discipline to follow structured processes while still staying flexible and solution-oriented when challenges arise.

Resilience & Adaptability

Having lived in different countries and worked across varied fields, I’m comfortable navigating ambiguity, change, and complexity which are qualities essential in the ever-shifting landscape of corporate recruiting.

  • Obsessed with human behavior

    With 8+ years of human-centric work, understanding and working with people is second nature to me

  • Skilled problem solver

    I’m a natural and trained problem solver: and what else is recruiting but finding the best solution for both the company and the candidate

  • Happiest making connections

    Sometimes referred to as a Golden Retriever, making connections and helping people is like breathing to me

My Resume

We live in a world of copy-paste resumes. I’ve recently adopted a more storytelling approach: click here to view.

For the traditional version, please refer to my LinkedIn profile.

But Wait…You’ve Never Worked in Recruiting?

Yes, that’s true! But in my journey to find the right job that aligns with current and future goals, I’ve discovered recruiting as the perfect fit.

It hits that sweet spot of working in a people-centric environment where I can apply my prior work experience and natural talent to help people live better lives while also being in a dynamic, ever-changing environment, challenged by exterior KPIs.

And yes, I’m at the point in my life where I’m looking for an industry where I can be for the long haul.

I thought it would be the entrepreneurial life for me but after going all out with it the last 1.5 years, I’ve discovered that it is not for me at this time…to lonely a path for this extravert.

Recruitment is the perfect blend of working with business needs and also helping people find their spot in the working world…all the best parts of what I’ve loved doing in the past combined!

How user research best practices can serve the recruitment process

Both fields are about understanding people, uncovering needs, and designing experiences that feel meaningful, efficient, and aligned. Bringing user research best practices into recruitment doesn’t just improve processes, it makes the candidate experience human, thoughtful, and even enjoyable.

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My Thoughts on Recruitment

Human skills in the age of AI: why soft skills are more valuable than ever

In the age of AI, human skills are not just complementary—they are essential. As machines take over routine tasks, the uniquely human abilities of empathy, adaptability, critical thinking, communication, and ethical judgment become the differentiators that drive success.

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What If We Focused More on the Natural Personality and Skills of Hires?

When employees are in roles that fit who they are and what they do best, they work happier, stay longer, and contribute more. In the long run, prioritizing personality and strengths isn’t just better for people, it’s better for business.

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Kind Words from People I’ve Worked With

"From the first day that I met Melanie, I knew that this is a person who is incredibly smart, has so much presence in a room, and always wants to get better at the thing.

She is both confident in the ways she is talented and also humble and aware of her limitations. It’s hard to be the perfect mean between humble and confident.

This is a powerful combination."

ZP, Former boss

"“Before working with her, I had a million ideas but no clear direction. From our very first call, I felt heard and supported.

Melanie helped me take what was on my heart and shape it into something actionable and inspiring.

Her insight gave me the clarity and confidence I needed to move forward with purpose.”"

SH, Client of my branding firm, Argos

Get in Touch!

I would love to meet with you to discuss how we could work together.

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FAQ

  • I’m rearing to start this new era of my journey. I’m available anytime starting Oct 1, 2025.

  • I am actively seeking an in-person work environment.

  • Definitely coffee. Big fan of basic drip but also love a flat white.